Simply amazing! The head trainer Jerry took our dog from being absolutely prettified of other…read morepeople and dogs to being one of the most social dogs in the dog park. Prior to our experience with JH Canine Academy we were considering getting rid of our dog Maddie but with some guidance and support we have a confident, playful, happy dog! With great prices and friendly staff they really are amazing. Thank you JH Canine Academy!

From the owner: Canine Academy specializes in training dogs in the following: Basic Obedience, Advanced Obedience,…read moreBehavior Problem, and Socialization.

Lindsay has been working with us for a few months training our Doberman, who was a rescue from the…read moreVentura/Malibu fires. The training has made a tremendous difference in calming his impulsive behaviors. Her approach is caring, professional, and gets results!

From the owner: SWP Animal Training prides itself on teaching pet owners how to interact with their animals in the…read moremost positive and enjoyable way. My private, in-home, personalized attention to you and your pet will provide the simplest yet most effective training to help you to make the most out of your relationship with your pet. I am trained and have extensive experience in training all types of companion pets from cats and birds to dogs, and even fish and reptiles! My training philosophy involves reward based training only, and I do not use any aversion tools to rid bad behavior.

I sit here on my couch after doing my own morning training session with both dogs and I am in…read moretears. I cannot begin to explain the amount of relief from anxiety training my dogs with Ricky has brought me. No amount of therapy could touch how I felt previously. I have learned patience, clear communication (with my dogs), and appreciation of the minds ability to change after years and years of ingrained unwanted behaviors. Ricky does not sell a one size fits all package - each of my dogs are VERY different, and while the fundamental approaches and concepts in training are the same - the method and timing in which we applied and reinforced these were vastly different. Ricky is able to connect with two leggers and four leggers alike - he gives clear feedback to dogs and human and uses metaphors that we humans understand (driving the speed limit and getting speeding tickets haha) on how the concepts of his approach effects dog behavior. I couldn't be happier. I am humble and I know I need to continue management (and one of my dogs I am holding to higher standard so we are going to continue our own sessions based on what I have learned) but my dogs are completely different. I'm getting complimented by family, friends, and people on walks - impressed with how well behaved my dogs are. I smile and tell them "thank you it's lots of continued hard work" and move along. This morning in particular we walked during trash pick up, had lots of people distractions, and both dogs stayed heeled and attentive to me on their separate walks. Do not hesitate to consider Ricky for your training needs. Also, if you feel alone with your dogs behavior - please know you are anything but alone. The fact you are looking at reviews for dog trainers is a clear indicator that you want the best for your dog and intend to give them them best. :)

We have tried a lot of dog trainers. Ricky is fantastic…read more Apart from learning a lot at EPT, my dog now somehow seems a bit more mature, in a good way! Highly recommended.

Absolutely unacceptable experience at the Petco in Lompoc, CA…read more I was in the store with my family, including my 7-year-old daughter, to purchase a teddy bear hamster and a temporary cage. While an employee was retrieving the hamster, the General Manager approached us aggressively, raised his voice, and began scolding us about the cage, claiming a previous hamster had gotten ringworm from it. I tried to calmly explain that the cage was temporary and that we had done our research, but he would not let me speak, repeatedly talked over me, and belittled me in front of my child. His behavior was hostile, intimidating, and completely unprofessional. He then told us that if the hamster got sick, we should "not come back" because he would refuse to replace it, which felt threatening rather than helpful. Most alarming, his speech appeared slurred, and there was a strong smell of alcohol. Regardless of the cause, his conduct was inappropriate and concerning, especially from someone in a management role. What should have been a happy experience for our daughter was completely ruined. No customer -- especially a family with a child -- should be treated this way. Corporate should seriously look into the management at this location.

Drive to Santa Maria if you want customer service and not being judged…read more I had aquariums my entire life and they make it as hard as a child adoption. They are loud , argumentative and contrarian to whatever you say asking a ton of questions of which you will never get it right unless you have a pound . Just ask if we've had that fish before or if you have questions about care . those fish are there for only god know how long in those overcrowded tanks. Not even want to say on the betas. The first associate was nice and straight to the point and having people skills (prob new employee). While he was starting to retrieve the 3 fish I asked for, his manager (of someone who feels like it) asked him very rudely to stay away that he would take of the rest. But once he took over he asked me a ton of questions making us feel harassed then saying I could not take the fish I want . In front of my kid and wife making it a terrible experience for me and my entire family.

Little feed and pet supply in Lompoc. Stopped here on our way back from picking up some chicks from…read morea local farm. Since we wouldn't be getting back to Ventura in time, we decided to get some of the essentials here. Super friendly team helped me locate what I needed and helped me loaded in the car as well. Quick, efficient and super friendly. Clean to boot.

The staff at Lemos are incredibly helpful. They've given me and my family so much helpful advice…read more I'm so lucky they're here in AG. I highly recommend shopping here!

This was really the first experience I've had being dedicated weekly, really to training my dog…read moremyself under the guidance of a trainer/coach. Which I can't really say enough about. To really understand the psychology of your best friend/animal is priceless. Taylor is so patient, encouraging, and reassuring as I learned to patiently let my puppy be a puppy but also encourage him in the right ways. Now, when I walk him, he sits and lays down when any dog is passing by (at my request), and most everyone says "wow, great job" to me, impressed by his behavior. Awesome experience, awesome service.

When10-week old Jinger, a labrador retriever, joined our family and we knew it would be work. We…read moredidn't know how little we knew LOL. Six weeks later, we were still struggling. Up at all hours of the night letting her out to the bathroom but waking to surprises in her crate the next morning. We were all tired. Until we found Tayler. Tayler took Jinger into her home and made her part of her family for the week. I received pictures and video throughout her stay, constant communication about her progress, playtime, and pictures from her camping trip. When Jinger came home a week later she went from being a puppy we had to watch like hawks to a member of the family. In one week Tayler transformed Jinger into a potty trained and well behaved young lady was not only potty trained but also learned some commands. Tayler is amazing in her craft and our family is thankful!

Sarah is an excellent trainer. She really understands dog behavior and can help you establish an…read moreexcellent training framework. She won't disappoint!!

From the owner: Find us on Facebook @syvalleydog…read more Basic to advanced obedience, problem behavior solutions, manners and socialization, and experience working with fear/aggression issues. Private 1-on-1, in home training. Group classes are in the works but not available at this time. Email or call to be placed on a waitlist to receive notice when classes become available. Call, text or email for rates.

My partner first visited Rivers Edge in order to register our dog, pay for doggie daycare, and get…read morea tour of the facilities... tour was not available after 3pm. Our choices in the area were limited and we needed a place for our dog the next day, so my partner went through registration without a tour. The registering employee was provided all medical details - we noted that our dog's booster was due but would be completed at our vet visit scheduled for the next afternoon, and that we needed daycare starting the same day. She said that wouldn't be an issue so we paid in advance for 10 days. The next day, partner drives the half hour to Lompoc to drop our dog off and was told that she could not be taken back without the booster. So now he's in the situation we were trying to avoid, unable to work because our dog does not have care, and the woman at the front desk was not concerned about the miscommunication. Booster acquired, our dog is now a regular doggie day care customer. She looks forward to her visits with her dog buddies and the staff. Pick up and drop off are fast and straightforward. She gets a little dusty but we bathe her regularly anyway. Since that first day, we have had a few more issues with daycare availability that are all the more frustrating due to lack of communication. If doggie daycare is optional for you, this may not be an issue, but for us it means someone has to take a day off or loses half a day to making alternative arrangements. There are a few things you can do to try to mitigate the risk of not having care, but the legwork will be on you and are not guaranteed. 1. Weekday after a holiday - facility will be full of boarded dogs who haven't been picked up yet. Call ahead and/or arrive at 7am. 2. Rainy day - facility will be limited by kennel availability to avoid muddy dogs. Note that a single rainy day can lead to a week of limited availability due to muddy conditions. Call ahead and/or arrive at 7am. Note: This review is only for doggie daycare experience. We have not boarded our dog with the facility.

Was going to board our dogs there for 2 nights but there is no staff from 6pm until 7am and all the…read moreanimals are in crates! That is 13 hours being in an enclosure! Dogs will automatically try to hold their urine and feces (hello that's why we crate train) and even if you opt for the bigger area it still defeats the purpose of crate training if the poor babies hold their potty so long and then have to finally go in their enclosure. And what if something happens to the pups? No one is there! What is the point of boarding an animal if all they are going to do is lock them in a room for 13 hours alone. People can and do neglect their animals for free :( . Really cruel. DO NOT LOCK YOUR DOG IN A CRATE FOR MORE THAN 4-6 HOURS AT A TIME! For puppies crate time is much less! They have to use the restroom and get thirsty! I can't believe dog owner's support a business that does this to their dogs and pays for it! Heartbreaking!

Ellen has helped me with all of my dogs. She is an excellent trainer with great insight on how to…read moremanage difficulties and have the best relationship with your dog. So grateful for her expertise and positive training strategies!

From the owner: Ellen The Dog Trainer offers professional dog training and behavior services. My extensive…read moreexperience and expertise on behavioral issues such as reactivity and aggression has helped countless pet families. From puppies to seniors, I offer personalized training programs to help you, help your dog! Simple solutions to complex behaviors is my approach. You will work directly with me and all training and behavior services are customized for your dog. Trust Ellen The Dog Trainer to transform your canine companion into a well-behaved and well-adjusted member of your family!